You know that you need to be staining and sealing or painting your wooden fence every year or two to protect it from the potentially damaging effects of weather and moisture. While wooden fences provide many many benefits, they require more maintenance than almost any other fencing material. If you had planned to paint the fence this year but you just hadn’t gotten around to it yet, the good news is there’s still time (fall is a great season for everything from fence installation to fence maintenance). And we’ve got your inspiration right here with several paint colors that will give your whole yard a new look and feel. (more…)
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Why Fall Is the Season for Installing Residential Fencing
Summer is a hard time of year to tackle many home improvement projects, as the weather is hot, and thunderstorms can throw a wrench in your plans. However, fall is an amazing time of year to install residential fencing. Here are some of the biggest reasons why you should choose autumn for your residential fencing projects. (more…)
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Signs Your Fence Installation Was Done Incorrectly
For the most part, homeowners tend to gravitate towards fences for a variety of different reasons. In fact, homeowners typically opt for fencing to surround the perimeter of their properties for a number of different reasons — from being a lovely landscape feature to providing much-needed privacy or security. The reality is, fence installations are really essential for homeowners overall. Ultimately, installing a fence absolutely requires a professional to get the job done right — but when done improperly, you can be left with disastrous results. Here are just some of the key signals associated with an improper fence installation. (more…)
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How Fences are Affected by Different Kinds of Weather
As durable as your fence may be, extreme weather conditions can certainly take their toll. Whether that means snow or rain or wind or exposure to the sun, they can all end up causing damage in certain cases.
This depends on the material your fencing is made of and what kind of maintenance you perform, of course, but we want to provide you with a general rundown of how different kinds of weather conditions can damage a fence. Keep your fences in the best condition they can be in by being aware of what nature might throw at you. (more…)
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Deciding Between Metal and Aluminum Fencing
There is no denying that both aluminum and steel are durable and long-lasting materials overall. In fact, both aluminum and steel are incredibly common fencing materials that can really do wonders for protecting any type of property. The reality is, each material — steel and aluminum — come with their own unique uses and purposes. Ultimately, determining the best material for your next fence might require that you gain a better understanding of the perks associated with these two fencing materials. Here are some helpful tips regarding the differences associated with aluminum and steel fences so you can better understand which is best suited for your particular property to best suit your specific needs. (more…)
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Benefits of Having Security Fencing for Your Home
When you think about “security fencing,” businesses, facilities, and commercial establishments might come to mind. However, homes should be just as secure as businesses. Residential fences don’t only hold aesthetic value. However, they should also be functional and make you and your family feel a bit safer. The presence of a fence, especially security fencing, has been known to deter wrongdoers. Here is more detail about the benefits of security fencing for your home. (more…)
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Why You Don’t Want a Broken Fence
High-quality fencing beautifies and adds security to a home or business. A fence does so much for residences and businesses. For these reasons, you want to ensure that a fence is in the best shape. Also, a broken latch or severely damaged and missing sections can be a liability. Here are a few reasons why you don’t want a broken fence. (more…)
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Why Use Temporary Fencing For Your Next Event?
Whenever planning an important event, there are some important considerations to make—but none are as important as safety. It’s important that you consider both the safety of the crowd that has gathered as well as any performers, employees, and security guards who may need to be deployed. One way we recommend enforcing safety is through the use of temporary fencing. Temporary fencing for your next event could be the key in keeping everyone safe, but here are some further reasons that you should consider it. (more…)
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What You Want in Your Fencing Company
For the most part, a fence is a great enhancement for any property — commercial or residential. In fact, if you are already thinking about installing a new fence to surround the perimeter of your residential or commercial property, you want to make sure you hire trusted and reliable professionals to get the job done right the very first time. The reality is, just like with any large purchase you make, doing your research should be something that all property owners do before making the final decision on what fencing company to select for their specific fence installation project. Ultimately, finding the right fit requires that you look and understand what it is that you need from your fencing company. Here are some of the key things to pay attention to when shopping around for the perfect fencing company for your specific needs. (more…)
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Common Problems Your Aluminum Fence Might Face
Aluminum fences are extremely durable, and can be counted upon to provide highly reliable security whatever your needs may be. As is to be expected, though, certain problems do tend to crop up with this type of fencing after years of steady use. Here are some of the most common issues your aluminum fence may face, along with information on how to address them. (more…)